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Ontario Is Cutting 36 Conservation Authorities Down to Just Nine

Ontario is moving ahead with a major overhaul of its conservation authority system, aiming to shrink the current 36 agencies into nine regional bodies. The plan, led… Read more »

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Float Your Fanny Down the Ganny: Visit Port Hope This Weekend For a Crazy Race and Festival

Ontario is home to plenty of festivals and unique races. If you want to experience a fun festival combined with a crazy watercraft race, get to Port… Read more »

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2026 Toronto Beaches Easter Parade – Route, Road Closures and TTC Detours: What You Need to Know

Toronto’s Beaches Easter Parade will return this Sunday. A cherished tradition that brings the community together with a burst of colour, music, and joy will begin at… Read more »

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2026 Pickering Easter Parade Returns on April 4 & Here is What to Know

Get ready to hop into Easter and welcome spring at the City of Pickering’s annual Easter Parade! The parade is hosted by the City of Pickering in… Read more »

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Ontario to Raise Minimum Wage to $17.95 in October

Ontario is adjusting its minimum wage, with the latest increase set to take effect this fall. Beginning October 1, 2026, the general minimum wage will rise from… Read more »

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Glow-in-the-Dark $2 Circulation Coin Released for CN Tower’s 50th Anniversary

The Royal Canadian Mint has released two special two-dollar coins to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the opening of the CN Tower. Both coins share the same design, but one will include colour and glow-in-the-dark features, while the other will be a standard version.

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Things to Do This April in Toronto – 2026

Events, Activities and Festivals happening in Toronto during the month of April 2026.

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30+ Free Fun Things to Do in Toronto in April – 2026

A list of 30+ free fun events in Toronto and GTA during April including fun family activities, festivals, live music, adult events and more! You may like: Free Date… Read more »

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Head to Maple Bushes Across Ontario This Easter Weekend for the Sweet Celebrations

Get ready to tap into some sweet fun this weekend! Ontario Maple Syrup Producers’ Association is bringing the sweetest weekend of the year with the Ontario Maple… Read more »

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Ottawa and Ontario Unveil $8.8B Plan to Cut Development Charges by Up to 50%

A new housing and infrastructure deal between Ottawa and Queen’s Park is aiming to ease some of the pressure many Canadians are feeling. Prime Minister Mark Carney… Read more »

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No Parking, More Transit: How Toronto Plans to Keep the City Moving During FIFA World Cup

Toronto is starting to map out how people will get around during the FIFA World Cup 2026, and the plan is straightforward. Expect a busy city, and… Read more »

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Treetop Trekking Ontario Parks Open For The Season in April

Treetop Trekking is a place where you and your family can safely and responsibly enjoy an amazing and unforgettable day of outdoor fun! Surround yourself with nature… Read more »

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Canada’s Largest Touring Poutine Festival – 2026 Ontario Schedule

A travelling festival celebrating the uniquely Canadian dish – fries smothered in cheese curds and gravy – is touring Ontario again this year. Poutine Feast Ontario Inc…. Read more »

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High Park Cherry Blossom Watch 2026: You Can Now Track the Bloom Status Online

The High Park Nature Centre has reintroduced its Cherry Blossom Watch for the 2026 season, an online resource that forecasts the peak bloom period of cherry blossoms… Read more »

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Ontario Moves to Expand Billy Bishop Airport, Take Over Governance

Ontario is taking steps to reshape how Billy Bishop Airport is run, with plans to expand the downtown Toronto hub and increase its capacity. The province announced… Read more »

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Ontario Plans to Ban Ricket Resales that Exceed Original Cost

Ontario is moving to clamp down on soaring ticket resale prices, with new rules that could reshape how fans buy and sell tickets. The provincial government says… Read more »

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Toronto’s Grand Easter Egg Hunt Returns on March 28 With $5,000 in Hidden Cash Prizes

Hey there, treasure hunters! Easter is around the corner, and the Grand Order of Divine Sweets (The GOoDS) is back with their annual Grand Hunt. The Grand… Read more »

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New Rules to Let Ontarians Bring Alcohol to Festivals and Markets

Outdoor events in Ontario are about to look a little different this spring. The province is introducing new “bring-your-own” alcohol permits, allowing people to bring their own… Read more »

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Ontario Plans to Open HOV Lanes to Solo Drivers During Off-Peak Hours

Ontario is considering a shift in how its High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes are used, one that could open them up to more drivers outside of rush… Read more »

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Parks of the St. Lawrence Opens 2026 Camping Reservations March 19 with New Glamping Options

Campers eager to spend time along the St. Lawrence River will soon be able to lock in their plans for the 2026 season. Parks of the St…. Read more »

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25+ Toronto & GTA Restaurants to Enjoy 2026 Easter Brunch/Dinner – Dine-In & Take Out

With Easter celebrations soon beginning, folks around Toronto and the GTA will be partaking in an annual tradition of enjoying a decadent Easter meal. For delicious offerings that the whole family will enjoy, check out 25 places to eat Easter brunch and Easter dinners within the GTA.

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Easter in Toronto & GTA 2026: Egg Hunts, Parades, Festivals and Events

Here are 30+ things to do during Easter in Toronto and Greater Toronto Area.

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A Historic Tunnel Behind Horseshoe Falls Will Soon Open as Niagara Parks Upgrades Journey Behind the Falls

Niagara’s famous Journey Behind the Falls attraction is heading for a significant upgrade, with Niagara Parks announcing a multi-phase redevelopment designed to improve the visitor experience and… Read more »

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Ontario’s Must-See Flower Festivals For an Escape to a World of Blossoms

You do not have to be a florist, anthophile or a gardener, to be excited by the sight and smell of flowers. The love of flowers cuts across age and gender; flowers are a sign of love, gratitude, and beauty and are favoured plants the world over. The following are six flower festivals that you must attend in Ontario.